The calendar has already flipped to November, and with it comes the official start of the NFL season’s second half, where every win, loss, and injury begins to carry heavier playoff implications. Week 9 promises to give teams an idea of what final moves they’d like to make as the trade deadline approaches and contenders try to solidify their footing before the stretch run. The action kicks off Thursday night with Lamar Jackson’s long-awaited return, as he heads back to his hometown to lead the Ravens against the Dolphins in a primetime showdown packed with speed and storylines. Sunday’s slate offers no shortage of drama, highlighted by another epic chapter in the Patrick Mahomes-Josh Allen rivalry when the Chiefs visit Buffalo for yet another potential AFC Championship preview. Later that night, the Seahawks return from their bye with momentum on their side, meeting a battered Commanders team desperate for stability on Sunday Night Football, and the week wraps up under the lights in Arlington, where the Cardinals and Cowboys both look to rebound from recent struggles and reignite their postseason hopes. With the trade deadline looming and several matchups capable of shifting the league’s balance, here’s a full breakdown of every game for Week 9:

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Thursday, October 30

Ravens (-7.5) @ Dolphins (O/U: 51.5)

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL

8:15 pm, Prime Video

Best Bet: Ravens -7.5

Prediction

Final Score: Ravens 31, Dolphins 20

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Sunday, November 2

Vikings @ Lions (-9.5) (O/U: 47.5)

Ford Field, Detroit, MI

1 pm, FOX

Best Bet: TJ Hockenson o31.5 Receiving Yards

Prediction

Final Score: Lions 27, Vikings 14

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Broncos @ Texans (-1.5) (O/U: 41.5)

NRG Stadium, Houston, TX

1 pm, FOX

Best Bet: Under 41.5

Prediction

Final Score: Texans 20, Broncos 13

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Panthers @ Packers (-13.5) (O/U: 42.5)

Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI

1 pm, FOX

Best Bet: Panthers +13.5

Prediction

Final Score: Packers 31, Panthers 20

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Colts (-3.5) @ Steelers (O/U: 52.5)

Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA

1 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Daniel Jones o1.5 Passing TDs

Prediction

Final Score: Steelers 30, Colts 23

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Falcons @ Patriots (-5.5) (O/U: 45.5)

Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA

1 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Mack Hollins o19.5 Receiving Yards

Prediction

Final Score: Patriots 27, Falcons 17

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Bears (-2.5) @ Bengals (O/U: 51.5)

Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH

1 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Over 51.5

Prediction

Final Score: Bears 37, Bengals 34

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49ers (-2.5) @ Giants (O/U: 47.5)

MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ

1 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Christian McCaffrey o5.5 Receptions

Prediction

Final Score: 49ers 31, Giants 17

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Chargers (-9.5) @ Titans (O/U: 43.5)

Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN

1 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Cam Ward o203.5 Passing Yards

Prediction

Final Score: Chargers 34, Titans 16

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Jaguars (-2.5) @ Raiders (O/U: 43.5)

Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV

4:05 pm, FOX

Best Bet: Under 43.5

Prediction

Final Score: Raiders 23, Jaguars 17

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Saints @ Rams (-13.5) (O/U: 45.5)

SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA

4:05 pm, FOX

Best Bet: Puka Nacua Anytime TD

Prediction

Final Score: Rams 26, Saints 13

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Chiefs (-2.5) @ Bills (O/U: 52.5)

Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY

4:25 pm, CBS

Best Bet: Bills ML

Prediction

Final Score: Bills 34, Chiefs 24

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Seahawks (-2.5) @ Commanders (O/U: 48.5)

Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD

8:20 pm, NBC/Peacock

Best Bet: Seahawks -2.5

Prediction

Final Score: Seahawks 24, Commanders 13

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Monday, November 3

Cardinals @ Cowboys (-3.5) (O/U: 53.5)

AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX

8:15 pm, ABC/ESPN

Best Bet: Javonte Williams o66.5 Rushing Yards

Prediction

Final Score: Cowboys 34, Cardinals 24

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Make sure to keep an eye out for more picks as another big weekend of football progresses!